The Service Dogs learn numerous specialty commands to aid Veterans including reminding them to take medications, warn of appraching strangers, and creating a barrier in crowded public places. Additional these specially educated dogs provide mobility and retrieval assistance.

Eligibility:

The applicant must be

A Veteran with a service-connected physical and/or psychiatric disability

Willing to learn to learn to incorporate and work with a Service Dog in aspects of your life.

Be willing and able to travle to our Connecticut training center for interviews, Team Training, and yearly public access testing.

Education:

All participants are required to complete a thirteen-day Team Training, where they are taught commands, skills, and canine behavior through lectures, dog handling drills, and communty field trips. During Team Training, attendees have the opton to stay on-site in shared logding.Apply for a Service Dog | Request for More Information